Homicide Sentencing in Nassau County
14 convicted cases (2023-2025) · Nassau County courts
Updated July 2026 · 2023-2025 data
We analyzed 14 convicted Homicide cases in Nassau County (2023-2025) to show actual sentencing outcomes — average sentence length, fines, court costs, and the likelihood of prison, jail, or probation. Compared to statewide averages to show how Nassau County judges sentence differently.
Figures cover 14 cases (2023-2025) — fewer than 30 cases resolved in 2025 in this view, so multi-year figures are shown.
Sentence Range (Cases With Incarceration)
Exhibit · Sentence range, cases with incarceration (2023-2025)
Middle 50%Incarceration sentences in Nassau County run 15.0 years to 30.0 years; the median is 15.0 years.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 14 convicted cases · 2023-2025 — FloridaCourtFile.com
Sentencing Outcome Breakdown (2023-2025)
| Outcome | Nassau County | Florida (Statewide) |
|---|---|---|
| State Prison (sentence > 1 year) | 64.3% | 76.7% |
| County Jail (sentence 1–365 days) | 0.0% | 3.3% |
| Probation Only | 7.1% | 3.1% |
| Average Sentence | 13.0 years | 29.4 years |
| Average Fine | $0 | $866 |
| Average Probation | 5.8 years | 8.3 years |
| Average Court Costs | $698 | $4,188 |
| Average Restitution (where ordered) | $73,896 | $11,153 |
Sentence Confinement Types (2023-2025)
| Confinement Type | Cases | Avg Sentence | Avg Fine |
|---|---|---|---|
| State Prison Facility | 13 | 14.0 years | N/A |
Year-Over-Year Trends
Exhibit · Disposition trends, all Homicide cases in Nassau County
| Year | Cases | Guilty Rate | Dismissal Rate | Avg Sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 7 | 85.7% | 0.0% | 24.0 years |
| 2025 | 8 | 75.0% | 0.0% | 12.7 years |
Trend rows cover all Homicide cases in Nassau County by disposition year; the sentencing figures above cover convicted cases in the 2023-2025 window.
See the complete picture for this charge: Homicide outcomes in Nassau County — dismissal rates, counsel analysis, and year-over-year trends.
Other Charges Sentenced in Nassau County (2023-2025)
| Charge | Convicted | Avg Sentence | Avg Fine |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traffic Offense | 1,622 | 7 days | $379 |
| Drug Possession | 1,573 | 4.1 months | $628 |
| Other | 781 | 5.5 months | $389 |
| Probation Violation | 463 | 5.9 months | $0 |
| Larceny / Theft | 445 | 4.7 months | $561 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average sentence for Homicide in Nassau County?
Based on 14 convicted Homicide cases in Nassau County (2023-2025), the average sentence is 13.0 years. The statewide average is 29.4 years.
How much are fines for Homicide in Nassau County?
0.0% of convicted Homicide defendants in Nassau County received a fine, averaging $0. Court costs average $698 additionally. Restitution averages $73,896 in cases where it is ordered.
How does Nassau County compare to statewide sentencing for Homicide?
Nassau County's average sentence of 13.0 years compares to the statewide average of 29.4 years. The prison rate is 64.3% locally vs 76.7% statewide. The average fine is $0 locally vs $866 statewide.
Cite this page
FloridaCourtFile.com (2026). Homicide Sentencing in Nassau County, Florida (2023-2025). Based on 14 public court records; last updated July 2026. https://www.floridacourtfile.com/sentencing/homicide/nassau
Sentencing data covers convicted cases (guilty and adjudication withheld). Average sentences exclude non-incarcerated cases. Data covers 2023–2025 FDLE public court records. Last updated: July 2026
Important: Sentencing outcomes vary based on criminal history, case circumstances, charge severity, plea agreements, and judicial discretion. These statistics reflect aggregate outcomes and do not predict individual sentences.
Methodology: These statistics are based on 14 Homicide cases in Nassau County with a disposition of "Guilty" or "Adjudication Withheld" from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records (2023-2025). "Prison" = sentence exceeding 365 days; "Jail" = sentence of 1–365 days; "Probation Only" = probation imposed with no incarceration sentence. Average fines exclude cases where no fine was imposed.
Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 14 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated July 2026